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LN51 BYD

2001 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

28,798 mi
Last recorded28,798 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 BYD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 28,798 miles

1 of 2 rear lights not working

1 of 2 stop lights not working

Fail 27 Aug 2025 28,798 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

1 of 2 rear lights not working

1 of 2 stop lights not working

Pass 1 Jun 2024 27,873 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 27,027 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 27,027 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Stop lamp not working rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 25,980 miles

reg plate lit by rear lamp but dim

Pass 24 Nov 2020 24,438 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

one of two headlamps not working on low beam

Pass 23 Dec 2019 23,747 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2018 21,805 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 20,013 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 May 2017 19,996 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 17,743 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 15,472 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2011 15,179 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 14,926 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 14,709 miles
Pass 4 May 2008 14,008 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 13,814 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 13,209 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SV650?

Based on 176,678 MOT tests across 15,165 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
15,165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,801
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,626
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,449
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,234
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,092
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LN51 BYD is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 19,647 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki SV650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LN51 BYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SV650 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki SV650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LN51 BYD registered?

LN51 BYD is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 23 October 2001.

Is LN51 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN51 BYD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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